HAVEN HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH

 

Havn Heights Herald

March 25, 2025

WORKERS                 MARCH 30, 2025

NURSERY:  AM: Hillary Evans & Lori Patrick; PM: Hillary Evans & Becky Richardson; WEDNESDAY – Hillary Evans & Randi Wells

TELLERS: Judy Collins & Linda Mitchell

BUS DRIVERS:  AM: Josh Henley, Fred Coleman, & CJ Krause; PM: Josh Henley, Fred Coleman, & CJ Krause; WEDNESDAY – Scott Wells, Tony Tidwell, Fred Coleman, & CJ Krause

DEACON ON CALL: Scott Wells - 926-1065

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WORKERS                      APRIL 6, 2025

NURSERY:  AM:  Scott & Randi Wells;

 PM: Hillary Evans & Randi Wells;  WEDNESDAY – Hillary Evans & Sharon Krause

TELLERS:  Marla Young & Janet Alspach

BUS DRIVERS:  AM: Josh Henley, Fred Coleman, & CJ Krause; PM: Josh Henley, Fred Coleman, & CJ Krause; WEDNESDAY- Scott Wells, Tony Tidwell, Fred Coleman, & CJ Krause

DEACON ON CALL: David Collins – 650-3649

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“Dear Church Family,

Thank you so much for the beautiful Peace Lily sent in memory of our brother-in-law, Larry.  The past two months have been full of emotions.  We lost Mother and now Larry.  We take comfort in knowing they are both with Jesus now.

Thank you all for your love and support.

Love in Christ,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Gail & Jerry Hicks”

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“Church Family,

Thank you all so much for celebrating with us at our Baby Shower and for showering us with love!  It was a day we will not forget!

Carlos & Jasmine”

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SYMPATHY

Our sincere sympathy to Marianne Biggs and family in the loss of her mother Sarah Griffin on Wednesday, March 19^th.  Please remember them in your prayers.

 

PASTOR’S PONDERINGS

            One month from the time I am writing will be Resurrection Sunday, popularly called Easter Sunday. April 20 will be a festive time for Christians as we celebrate the glorious resurrection of Jesus, God’s only Son who was crucified. The stone was rolled away, He is risen, He’s alive, He is not here (in the tomb). GLORY! GLORY! Because He rose, we will rise. Because He lives, we live. What a great day we celebrate that changed eternity.

            Did you know that many people will attend Church on Easter Sunday that will not attend any other time? Did you know that over 70% of unchurched people responded that they would likely attend a church service if invited by a friend who offered to take them? Who do you have on your heart to invite. Offer them a ride or at least meet them in the parking lot and walk in with them.

            Every person in attendance will receive a New Testament Bible. I will use this Bible to present the Gospel message in a very simple and clear way. Invite your friends and tell them they will receive a New Testament on Easter Sunday as a gift from Haven Heights Baptist Church. April 20^th could be an everlasting impact in someone’s life. Be in prayer and be inviting your friends, neighbors, and co-workers.

            I can hear the old hymn “Up from the grave He arose, with a mighty triumph o’er His foes. He arose a Victor from the dark domain, and He lives forever with His Saints to reign. He arose! He arose! Hallelujah Christ arose!” (Ha Ha! You sang it, didn’t you!?)

I’ll See You Sunday,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Pastor Steve

MEDITATIONS OF THE HEART

Spring rolled in recently.  Evidence of its arrival gives us pause when we walk outside and . . . begin sneezing because of the pollen.  Not everyone does this but many do, yet this season is not just about allergy problems.  Spring reminds us of newness, of rebirth.  I noticed the green leaves are starting to pop out among the blooms of the redbud tree in the back yard.  Jesus told Nicodemus that “unless someone is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”  Jesus then proceeded to speak the gospel to him.  Meditate on what Jesus told him.  “For God loved the world in this way:  He gave His one and only Son so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.”  The Church’s mission, Haven Heights’s mission, is making disciples who make disciples, and the Gospel must be part of the mission if we listen to the words of God’s only Son, Jesus.  May your meditations on the gospel move you to action to speak to your family and friends about their relationship with Jesus.

Bro. Jimmy

 

MUSIC NOTES

“I don’t know how people who don’t know the Lord make it.” Karen Rice I don’t know either because He is my strength, shield, and comfort. In short, He is my everything and He has provided everything that I need in Christ. We all have “rough patches in life, but I would rather travel the hard road with Jesus than to have “smooth sailing, “so called”, without Him. Open Windows had some insights into difficult times that brought me some comfort, So, I want to share a few thoughts with you from the March 21st devotional by Paula Williams. “God can still use us when we are sick and hurting. The presence of suffering does not mean the absence of God… God stands ready to use us as we journey through pain, suffering, and tribulations to share His message. We can trust that while we are weak, He is oh so strong.” It isn’t fun to go through life’s disappointments, but we can have the inner joy that comes from knowing that He has a purpose and plan for everything that we encounter. Among other things, God uses these situations to help us grow roots that are more deeply connected by faith to His great love. God uses tribulations so that others can see the peace and comfort that is available in Christ. And God is always using every circumstance for His Glory and to build His Kingdom. May we, as Christians, learn to be genuine and not pretend that things are perfect when we are traveling through the “rocky roads of life. Let’s tell others the truth, but also be quick to explain how God is truly faithful in everything we experience.

David Furlow

 

RAGLAND’S RAMBLINGS

As Brother Steve preached Sunday, Spring is a time of renewal. Green returns replacing life from the dead brown. I don’t think it’s a coincidence that we are about to celebrate Easter. The event that is the ultimate renewal! Salvation replaces eternal death with life.

We have been so blessed with the moving of the Holy Spirit as many have accepted Jesus as Savior the past few months. We pray that Revival continues. Continue to pray that God continues His work in our Youth and Church. I am so proud of the Biblical growth in so many students. They truly are understanding the concept of service! Praise God that they are sacrificing in many ways for God’s will.

God Bless                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Brother Randy

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-Senior Luncheon is this Tuesday, April 1^st, at 12:00 in the Family Life Center. We will be having an Easter Parade.  Please make an Easter Hat to wear in the parade.Men, wear your hats too!  We will be having a special guest to sing for us, so come expecting a great time of food and fellowship!

-The Clothes Closet will be opened again on Thursday, April 10th, from 9-noon.

 

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